1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1976 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1976 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1976 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |